Major Description

The Medical Coding Specialist prepares students to assume an entry-level position as a medical coder in an acute care hospital, clinic or physician's office. Medical coding specialists play a vital role in the health care industry. Students gain knowledge in electronic health record software systems and in the legal and managerial aspects of health information. Other duties include coding diagnoses, processing reimbursements, managing release of medical information, maintaining quality assurance, and protecting patient data privacy.

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Scholarship Opportunities

Each year, Dakota County Technical College and the DCTC Foundation make more than $200,000 in scholarships available to our students. Students are encouraged to create an account and apply for scholarships online.

Job Outlook

According to CAREERwise Education, Minnesota's career, education and job resource, employment in the Medical Records and Health Information Technicians field has a growth rate of more than 20 percent and is expected to see moderate demand in Minnesota through 2020.

Gainful Employment Reports

The Medical Coding Specialist program is new to DCTC for 2016-17. A Gainful Employment Disclosure is not available.

Career Information

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Transfer Options

Medical Coding Specialist

Articulation Agreements

Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between two or more colleges and universities to accept credits in transfer toward a specific academic program. DCTC has articulation agreements in place for this program with the following schools:

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Don't worry though, courses in this program may still transfer to other colleges or universities. Visit Transferology for fast and accurate course and transfer equivalency information.

Transfer Resources

Do you want to see how your courses transfer to programs at participating colleges and universities? Add the coursework you've taken and use Transferology to find out how it might transfer to any of the participating schools in the Transferology network. Get an account and create a plan now!

Transferring to DCTC?

Whether you're a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces or an international student or transferring from high school or a four-year university, DCTC will help you through the process. Visit our Transfer Students page for more information.

News & Events

Medical Coding Specialist

The Medical Coding program at DCTC is active throughout the year and makes headlines in college publications. Read about student successes and the accomplishments of our instructors.

Clubs & Organizations

As a student in DCTC's Medical Coding program, you have many opportunities to make connections in the industry through your involvement in professional clubs and organizations.

Student Clubs and Organizations

DCTC features active, industry-relevant clubs for Medical Coding students right on campus. Getting involved in these clubs allows you to make the most of your college experience and gives you an edge when seeking employment. The following clubs are open to all Medical Coding students:

Business Professionals of America (BPA)
Business Professionals of America is the leading CTSO (Career Technical Student Organization) for students pursuing careers in accounting, business management, office administration, information technology and other related career fields.

Lions Club
Lions are an international network of 1.3 million people from over 200 countries who work together to answer the needs that challenge communities around the world. Students will be able to help determine the types of services the club will provide based on the needs of the campus and surrounding community.

SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA is a national non-profit organization for students in trade, industrial, technical, and health occupation programs in community and technical colleges. There are nearly 100 competitions through SkillsUSA that relate to programs of study at DCTC or leadership skills. Students who compete and take first place in Minnesota will advance to nationals. Participation is SkillsUSA is a great addition to your resume!

For a complete list of extra curricular opportunities at DCTC, visit our Campus Life page.